Tamil Nadu Assembly

CM Vijay breaks silence on Assembly gesture, says no personal intent to hurt anyone

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK chief C Joseph Vijay clarified that a gesture he made during his Assembly speech was inadvertent and was not intended to hurt anyone personally. The gesture had triggered criticism from the DMK, which interpreted it as a reference to MK Stalin's physical appearance.

22 days ago

CM Vijay hints at corruption disclosures of previous govt as TVK prepares for 7 bypolls

TVK currently has 107 MLAs, 11 short of a majority, making the seven seats crucial for the government's stability. Vijay said relevant files containing documentary evidence were on his table and would be opened "at the appropriate time", suggesting the disclosures could become a key part of the bypoll campaign.

Aug 23, 2026

NEET Paper Leak Row: Vijay's TVK Demands Complete Abolition of NEET Amid Nationwide Protests

Vijay Effect? Tamil Nadu Assembly Livestream Sparks Massive Surge In TV, YouTube Viewership

The August 5 Budget session crossed a million YouTube views on some channels. Vijay's popularity, "Vijay vs Udhayanidhi" coverage and viral clips have turned Assembly debates into a social-media phenomenon.

Aug 20, 2026

Congress, BJP workers clash during NEET protest in Ranchi; eggs, tomatoes hurled

Anti-NEET protests continue across Chennai despite Assembly resolution

A separate daily sit-in in Egmore, organised by the OG Tamizha collective, has continued for 24 days, with students, educationists and activists calling for the complete abolition of NEET. Protesters have also urged Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to approve the Assembly resolution

Aug 16, 2026

Tamil Nadu assembly polls: Vijay considers Chennai seat as TVK draws thousands of applicants

Tamil Nadu Assembly Unanimously Passes Resolution To Abolish NEET, Seeks Class 12-Based Medical Admissions

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a resolution opposing NEET and urged the Centre to amend relevant laws to enable medical admissions based on Class 12 board marks.

Aug 11, 2026

Fake 'A' Certificate for Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' Goes Viral; Makers Yet to Receive CBFC Clearance

TVK's state song resolution sails through with DMK, AIADMK support; Tamil Nadu CM Vijay says 'mother tongue is life'

Moving the resolution, Vijay said his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government would not compromise on Tamil Nadu's linguistic and cultural rights. "Tamil is not only a language but also our life and emotions," Vijay said in an emotive speech, stressing that the "mother tongue is as pure as one's mother."

Aug 10, 2026

Vijay-Led TVK Govt Announces AI, Innovation City 'Arivagam'; Stalin Calls Maiden Budget a 'Damp Squib'

The Vijay-led TVK government unveiled its maiden Revised Budget for 2026-27, announcing an AI and innovation city called 'Arivagam', a new industrial policy, mobile healthcare units for senior citizens, and welfare schemes for the transgender community.

Aug 5, 2026

Exclusion of daughters from compassionate benefits based on marital status 'unconstitutional': Supreme Court

SC dismisses PIL seeking CBI probe into Tamil Nadu trust vote

The petitioner had sought a probe, dissolution of the Assembly and imposition of President's Rule, alleging that legislators were induced to support the government. However, the court found no reliable material to support the claims and refused to entertain the plea.

Jun 19, 2026

MDMK likely to quit DMK alliance; Vijay-Vaiko meet triggers buzz

MDMK is reportedly preparing to exit the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) and move closer to Chief Minister Vijay's TVK government, with a formal announcement likely at its General Council meeting on June 27.

Jun 18, 2026

Amid Sanatan Dharma row, Udhayanidhi's mother Durga Stalin offers prayers at Mysuru's Nimishamba Temple

The visit sparked political reactions and social media debate, with critics highlighting the contrast between Udhayanidhi's stance on Sanatan Dharma and his family's temple worship. The issue gained further attention after Tamil Nadu BJP leader K. Annamalai accused the DMK of hypocrisy over its remarks on Sanatan Dharma.

Jun 2, 2026

Vijay renews demand to scrap NEET after 2026 exam cancellation

Vijay retains home, administration as Tamil Nadu govt finalises portfolio allocation

Vijay will also oversee departments related to women and child welfare, youth affairs, senior citizens, differently abled persons and urban administration. Senior leader K.A. Sengottaiyan has been assigned the Finance portfolio.

May 16, 2026

TN Assembly: Vijay wins trust vote with 144 in favour amid AIADMK rift, DMK walkout

Vijay won a crucial floor test in the Assembly with 144 votes, comfortably proving his majority. His strength was boosted by 25 rebel AIADMK MLAs who voted in his favour despite party chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami's warning. DMK and DMDK MLAs staged a walkout.

May 13, 2026

Congress defends support to TVK as Vijay gets invite to form government; fans left disappointed as swearing-in event stands cancelled

Bypolls or President's Rule? What TVK's mass resignation threat could mean for Tamil Nadu

The strategic threat of mass resignation by TVK legislators aims to trigger a constitutional crisis, forcing the Governor to either recommend President's Rule or call for widespread by-elections to prevent a DMK-AIADMK coalition from seizing power in Tamil Nadu

May 8, 2026

Congress defends support to TVK as Vijay gets invite to form government; fans left disappointed as swearing-in event stands cancelled

Vijay was formally invited by Tamil Nadu Governor R. N. Ravi to form the government after TVK emerged as the single-largest party in the Assembly elections with 108 seats. During a meeting at Lok Bhavan, Vijay reportedly assured the Governor that he would secure majority support during the trust vote.

May 7, 2026

Governor vs elected govt: CM Stalin slams walkout, defends TN's governance record

Stalin accused the Governor of acting against the spirit of the Constitution and said the office of the Governor was being demeaned by such conduct. "It is not the vision of Tamil Nadu that is flawed; it is the Governor's vision that is distorted," he remarked.

Jan 24, 2026

AIADMK walks out of Assembly, BJP also boycotts House

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Tamil Nadu Assembly

CM Vijay breaks silence on Assembly gesture, says no personal intent to hurt anyone

CM Vijay hints at corruption disclosures of previous govt as TVK prepares for 7 bypolls

Vijay Effect? Tamil Nadu Assembly Livestream Sparks Massive Surge In TV, YouTube Viewership

Anti-NEET protests continue across Chennai despite Assembly resolution

Tamil Nadu Assembly Unanimously Passes Resolution To Abolish NEET, Seeks Class 12-Based Medical Admissions

TVK's state song resolution sails through with DMK, AIADMK support; Tamil Nadu CM Vijay says 'mother tongue is life'

Vijay-Led TVK Govt Announces AI, Innovation City 'Arivagam'; Stalin Calls Maiden Budget a 'Damp Squib'

SC dismisses PIL seeking CBI probe into Tamil Nadu trust vote

MDMK likely to quit DMK alliance; Vijay-Vaiko meet triggers buzz

Amid Sanatan Dharma row, Udhayanidhi's mother Durga Stalin offers prayers at Mysuru's Nimishamba Temple

Vijay retains home, administration as Tamil Nadu govt finalises portfolio allocation

TN Assembly: Vijay wins trust vote with 144 in favour amid AIADMK rift, DMK walkout

Bypolls or President's Rule? What TVK's mass resignation threat could mean for Tamil Nadu

Congress defends support to TVK as Vijay gets invite to form government; fans left disappointed as swearing-in event stands cancelled

Governor vs elected govt: CM Stalin slams walkout, defends TN's governance record

TN Budget: AIADMK walks out of Assembly, BJP boycotts House

18 rebel AIADMK MLAs disqualified, TN CM now has majority

Tamil Nadu MLAs get 100% salary hike while farmers in state suffer due to debt pressure

Furore outside TN Assembly: Stalin demands CBI probe in 'cash-for-votes' sting operation

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